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OrganizationFounded in 2001, the His House mission is to advance the gospel of Jesus Christ through the next generation by engaging the lost and discipling believers on college campuses in Wisconsin.

Core Values: Christ Centered, Grace Filled, and Community Driven

First year development goal: $100,000

Position Summary

Reporting to and in partnership with the Executive Director, the Development Director will spearhead the fund development efforts as His House continues to grow. As a new position in the organization, the Director will have the opportunity to build the development function.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute His House's annual fundraising plan• Secure financial support from individuals, foundations, and corporations
• Build the planned giving program with a focus on deferred gifts such as bequest expectancies
• Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with major donors
• Create and execute a strategy for a large sustained base of annual individual donors
• Oversee special events
• Oversee prospect research
• Develop and track proposals and reports for all foundation and corporate fundraising
• Make public appearances/accept speaking engagements to share information about His House.
• Oversee fundraising database and tracking systems
• Collaborate with other fundraising interns and staff
• Oversee creation of publications to support fundraising activities
• Maintain gift recognition programs
• Demonstrate professional conduct at all times

Qualifications

• Must embrace the mission of His House• Skills to work with and motivate staff, board members, and other volunteers
• Be a goal-driven self-starter to initiate donor visits and fundraising calls
• Display a positive attitude; show concern for people and community; demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense and good listening ability
• BA (required), MA (a plus)
• Experience in fund development
• Strong interpersonal and writing skills
• Demonstrates excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication skills